Ghana: Minister for Communication, Digital Technology, and Innovation announced National Digital Transformation and Emerging Technology Strategy focusing on Artificial Intelligence

On 2 May 2025, Ghana’s Minister for Communication, Digital Technology, and Innovation announced the development of the National Digital Transformation and Emerging Technology Strategy, with a focus on Artificial Intelligence (AI). The strategy is intended to guide the ethical and secure deployment of AI and other digital tools for national development, ensuring inclusivity and appropriate governance frameworks. A component involves digitising essential national datasets to train AI systems on local data, thereby preserving cultural context and protecting digital sovereignty. The Ministry has established strategic partnerships with the British High Commission, UNESCO, and other international organisations to support the formulation of Ghana’s National AI Strategy.